Transition Words
Connect your ideas smoothly with these essential transition words and phrases.
Addition
To add information or emphasize a point
FurthermoreMoreoverAdditionallyAlsoIn additionBesidesAs well asNot only... but also
Contrast
To show differences or opposing ideas
HoweverNeverthelessNonethelessOn the other handConverselyIn contrastAlthoughDespite
Cause and Effect
To show relationships between actions and results
ThereforeConsequentlyAs a resultThusHenceBecause of thisFor this reasonAccordingly
Time and Sequence
To show order or passage of time
FirstSecondFinallySubsequentlyMeanwhilePreviouslyBeforeAfterEventually
Example
To provide illustrations or evidence
For exampleFor instanceSuch asSpecificallyTo illustrateNamelyIn particular
Conclusion
To summarize or conclude
In conclusionTo summarizeIn summaryOverallIn briefTo concludeUltimately
Using Transition Words Effectively
Transition words and phrases help guide readers through your writing by showing the relationships between ideas, sentences, and paragraphs.
Tips for Using Transitions:
- Use transitions to connect related ideas and show logical relationships
- Vary your transitions to avoid repetition and maintain reader interest
- Place transitions at the beginning of sentences or between clauses
- Don't overuse transitions - use them when they add clarity
- Match the transition to the relationship you're showing (cause/effect, contrast, etc.)